27Nov
Multi-Rotor or Single-Rotor: Which choice for your next project?
Although multi-rotor drones get most of the attention in the UAV world today, they’re not the only option for a flight project. But why would someone choose a multi-rotor over a single-rotor...or vice versa? Read on to learn the differences between the two, as well as their strengths and weaknesses.
A key difference between the two, not surprisingly, is the number of rotors each offers. A multi-rotor aerial vehicle has several rotors that keep it airborne. In contrast, a single-rotor vehicle has one rotor plus a tail rotor to control its heading.
It seems the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finally reached a breaking point with requests to access restricted airspace.
Currently, it can take up to 90-days for an operator to get authorization to navigate controlled airspace. With more and more authorization requests pouring in, the logjam continues to get worse.
As such, the speculation is that some operators decide not to wait and fly without authorization. This may explain the increase in the number of non-compliant operations, as reported by the FAA. It is estimated that there are over 250 drone-related safety reports each month.
The steady advance of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) into real-world environments, continues.
In September, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a new pilot program. The program, executed by the U.S. Border Patrol, evaluates the use of sUAS within the CPB operational environment.
Tests sites, already identified, include three USBP sectors. The program kicks off within the Tucson sector with plans to expand to Rio Grande Valley and Swanton later this year.
New and emerging technologies tend to enhance existing industries and services. In addition, emerging technologies also help create new industries and services.
Unmanned aerial vehicles are one of the biggest trends due in part to their potential use across a range of service and industry applications.
One such emerging application is coastline monitoring.
When it comes to insuring personal possessions, many are tempted to decide against getting coverage if the law does not specifically require it.
People are even more resistant if the cost to cover the item is higher than the cost to replace the item. That's just common sense, right?
Maybe.
Insurance can be an important part of planning for the unexpected, particularly if a business is involved.
If you use drones in your organization, or are looking to do so, it makes sense to get insurance coverage for your air vehicles...just as you would for your terrestrial kind.
There are several advantages to insuring your drone. For one, it enables you to recoup any losses due to mishap, crash or theft. And, even more importantly, drone insurance could potentially win you more clients. Many individuals simply won't work with a company that is not insured.
But what is drone insurance and do you need it? And, if you're operating a drone-based business, what kind of insurance coverage do you need? Is it different from drone insurance? Read on to find out if drone insurance is the right move for you.
A gust of wind. Interruption or loss of the control link. Pilot error. A dreaded flyaway.
There are many ways to lose a drone.
But when you think about the various hazards surrounding flight, outright loss may not come to mind. In fact, loss of a drone during flight is more common than you may think.
Of course, today’s drones are more and more automated and most come equipped with GPS. But that doesn’t mean things can’t and don’t go wrong…because they do. In the event of a catastrophe, the odds of finding your drone improve based on the steps you take before such an event occurs.
